And here 'Helix' is with the etching 'Duel Integrity'. Check it out in the BRONZE part of my Projects to read more about it :)
'Helix'
Yeaaaah baby!
'Helix' is neeaaaarly finished- just the etching to go... but I had to share cos it's so damn cool!
Glass collaboration with the amazing Artist Lyndsay Patterson of Chronicle Glass
NEW Moena Moxham art!
These pieces are for the upcoming event at the Academy of Fine Arts on the 28th of November.
I have another bronze/ glass work which is not too far off from being finished toooo...
'Gratification' Bronze, 245 x 50mm
'Bedlam' Embossed paper, ink and guash with wax seal, 488 x 330mm each
Bronze cast with Jonathan Campbell at Created and Cast Bronze
Photography Sean Aickin Photography & Blog
Moena Moxham bronze & glass works (x3 front left) and the 'Bedlam' framed embossed paintings (background right)
I am thrilled to be participating in this exhibition and fundraiser on Friday 28th of November. Tickets are $150 + gst and the details are above ^=^
The following artist are showing also:
Jordan Barnes, Jane Blackmore, Melbourn, Michele Bryant , Di Conway, Leanne Culy, Sean Crawford, Alex DiMercurio, Sam Duckor-Jones, Adele Eagleson, Gitte Eklund-Short, Hope Gibbons, Jane Gray, Belinda Griffiths, Keith Grinter, Matt Guild, Mia Hamilton, Ian Hamlin, Annie Hayward, Julie Heffernan, Jason Hicks, Jonathan Brough, Clare Kim, Simon Lardelli, Sue Lund, Sue Malthus, Jenny Mehrtens, Lucy Jerram Moore, Harry Moores, Neil Pardington, Dean Proudfoot, Beverly Rhodes, Catherine Roberts, Rebecca Rose, Karina Rossiter, Lynne Sandri, Anna Stichbury, Steve Thomson, Ben Timmins, Sian Torrington, Sheyne Tuffery, Mark Ussher, Paul Vincent, Melissa Young.
A HUGE thank you to one and all who helped me get a wee bit closer to my dream! XX
Guys and Dolls- we have lift off!! WWOOOOOOPP!!
I am very excited to announce that 'MOXIE .:':. JAPAN' has launched!
Compiling this project over the last year and half has been an amazing experience in itself and tonight it is now live to the world.
'MOXIE .:':. JAPAN' is a crowd funding project which enables me to sell my art internationally while raising funds to travel to Japan and Canada in 2015. It runs for 60 days and will wrap up on the 18th of December.
My campaign promotes funding your dreams by being entrepreneurial and thinking outside the box. I am inspiring and encouraging people to truly do what you love and live life without regrets.
I believe my campaign has merit to be funded because I have fantastic art to trade. I am sharing my experiences and because hard work pays off :)
PLUS everyone needs beautiful things in their lives and art makes the world a richer more colourful and diverse place to be a part of!
Recently, while at the summit of Mt Ruapehu, I decided in order to travel with true wanderlust I needed to commit EVERYTHING. I have resigned from my role as Manager at Workshop, packed up my studio, cleared out my house and begun minimising my worldly possessions.
I have always been driven in the pursuit of acquiring new points of view and achievements. My academic abilities allowed me to begin attending university at 16, I began freelance designing at 19 and have learnt many skills and activities along the way. I have been very fortunate to have opportunities to experience & have made it a life pursuit to NOT have a list to work through of things I wish I had done!
Six years ago I hit a horrific event, which although at the time was traumatising, became the instigator of refocusing myself on the goals and steps I needed to undertake to achieve my bigger dreams. It has not been a short or easy road to get where I now stand- but boy!- I am proud of getting here, and what a ride it has been so far!
This project is centred around growth for all involved; experience, inspiration, adventure and making new connections that begin exciting opportunities. I am embarking on another passage of an incredibly rich and dynamic life that I'm set on sharing through art and participation.
I invite you to have a look at what I have been up to!
If you feel inclined to support financially I am honoured and grateful.
If you like what I am doing, just by forwarding the project on to your networks you will be helping in a way more than money can buy :)
Moena Moxham art for sale is listed as a 'Perk' or contributions of any denomination can be made.
I am always interested in collaborations and commissions- if you would like something tailor made for you I love exploring ideas; please feel free to drop me a line.
Click to view campaign video
Steph Lusted is one of the most hard working and talented artists I know.
I have followed her work since I was a teenager and have recently had the pleasure to be able to say that one of my idols has become a friend.
Steph’s work transcends the boundaries of normal jewelry and adornment. I love the way she mixes and juxtaposes themes and traditions to create thought provoking, yet still beautiful pieces.
Her execution and skill is meticulous as well as broad. Pieces are completely thought through, not only in themselves but also in their presentation and packaging.
I first came across Steph’s resin encased insects in the ‘Crème de la Crème’ series and was fascinated by them. I enjoyed how the black, graphic butterflies we framed in sugar coated colored frames- like a Nana had snuck into the museum drawers, stolen her favorites and ‘prettied them up’ so she could wear them on her shawl. The subject matter is arresting; out of kilter a notch and a little left of center- just how I like my art!
‘Ama Vitam’ (Dutch for ‘Love Life’) is out of this world. I used to visit Avid gallery often in Wellington to marvel at this incredible work.
Below is a selection of my favorite’s- although there isn’t one thing Steph has created which isn’t fantastic!
'Ama Vitam'
'The Green Fairy'
Absinthe has been an inspiration for artists throughout history from Vincent van Gogh to Oscar Wilde.
This alchoholic delicacy historically contained the herb Artemisia absinthium (Wormwood),
often connected to dark imagery, or visions out of the ordinary.
I am intrigued by rituals associated with objects, jewellery or otherwise.
These objects have significant sentimental value which comes from playing a part in a ceremony.
'Medical Implements'
'Creme de la Creme'
'Bittersweet'
I was tickled pink to be invited to attend last nights performance from the NZSO. I played the violin for many years and it was so delightful to be immersed in the elegant world of classical music again.
To have the pleasure to see Hakan Hardenberger perform was stunning.
The showcase was a cosmic, orbital experience and transported me to a different plane for a few hours..
JANÁCEK Sinfonietta
DEAN Trumpet Concerto Dramatis Personae
MUSSORGSKY (arr. RAVEL) Pictures at an Exhibition
DIMA SLOBODENIOUK conductor
HÅKAN HARDENBERGER trumpet
Brass was the star when the NZSO joined forces with the world’s greatest living trumpet soloist Håkan Hardenberger for Bold Worlds.
Famous for his charisma, swagger and skill, Hardenberger can make the trumpet sing like a human voice. No wonder he performs with the most prestigious international orchestras and was declared “the best trumpet player in the galaxy” by The Times.
The Trumpet Concerto Dramatis Personae by Brett Dean, which styles the trumpeter as a superhero, was unique and fascinating. Written for him, it showcases Hardenberger at his unrivalled best.
Janáček’s rousing Sinfonietta, an irresistible explosion of colour that crackles with invention and surprise was the icing on the cake of an audio experience to remember.
'It’s Never Just a Weekend when it’s in Wellington!'
Can you spot me? hehe ;)
I had a part in helping make this wee groovy feature advertisement about the rockin-hot Coolest Capital in the World- Wellington. The only uber funky, creative town I know where you can see the milky way at night, dine out on gorgeous international cuisine, boogie to beats, cruise around thought provoking art and culture, experience an ever changing palate of weather, wander safe & freely and be however you feel ya wanna be.
Welly you are a special beautiful dame, & I'm proud to have called you home XO
Here's a great list of 50 FREEeee and fantastic things ya can do in my stomping ground:
Get thee to The City Gallery and Te Papa Museum
Walk round the Botanic Gardens
Go to the Weta Cave in Miramar - this is where the costumes and props are created for films such as Lord of the Rings and King Kong
Chill out like a hipster at Frank Kitt's park
Go round the bays and have a picnic at Scorching Bay
Visit the Marine Education Centre at Island Bay and see lots of sea creatures
Jump off a wharf into the sea. Particularly if it's mid-winter. Or just swim in the ocean
Drive through the Victoria Tunnel and beep your horn. (Full of especially exuberant drivers)
Walk up to Mount Victoria for a wonderful view of the city
Do a day trip by train, car or motorbike over to the Wairarapa and check out the vineyards & amazing cuisine on offer in Martinborough, Greytown and Featherston.
Walk out to Red Rocks and see the seals
Go for a stroll around the scenic Island Bay
Go outside on a clear night and look at the stars
Drive or walk up to the Brooklyn wind turbine
Get to The Lighthouse Cinema on Wigan St and watch a cool movie
Download the Welly Walks Iphone app for free and pick one of its many walks
Walk along the waterfront and see if you can spot all the poetry blocks set along the shore
Tuesday nights go to Frank Kitts Park and check out the fire dancers’ fire spinning
Listen to a busker on Courtney.. and donate some coins to their good cause ;)
Look around the Petone shops and do some serious op shop/ vintage hunting there, on Cuba St, in Newtown and Thorndon.
Check out the National War Museum
Play free pool at Shooters / The Grand
If you’re a bookworm, visit Wellington's Public Library
Enjoy live music at Havana, Laundry and Matterhorn
Walk up Cuba Street - Trendy cafes, shops, bars and always something eclectic going on
Take a walk down Ascot Street and check out some of Wellington's original buildings
Walk along the Skyline from Mt Kaukau (just above Khandallah) to Crofton Downs (the most spectacular views!) and have a drink and a meal in The Village
Drive out to Eastbourne and check out the sweet beaches and on the way visit The Dowse Gallery in Lower Hutt and/ or pop over to Pataka Museum in Porirua
Take a tour of the Beehive / Parliament buildings
Get wet at the Bucket Fountain on Cuba Street
Visit the Cable Car Museum
Drive to the F69 shipwreck
Go into the wild in Otari – Wilton's bush native botanic garden.
Visit Mount Kaukau
Check out the fine architecture of Parliament house
Walk the Bolton Street Cemetery if you are brave
Watch the Wellington Cable Car in action from the top of Kelburn
If you have a car (or hire a motorbike!), take a lovely drive around Days Bay
Check out the Petone Settler’s Museum
Catch a free gig at MEOW lounge bar or many other's www.undertheradar.co.nz
Spend the day on the Wellington Writer Walk
Go to the Wellington Gardens in summer and check out a free concert or night cinema
Go to the National Archives and ask to see the original Treaty of Waitangi
At Christmas time sit under the Telecom Christmas tree in the park across from New World...
Have a car and fancy a drive, there is a lookout in Brooklyn near the wind turbines
Check out the Saint Mary of Angels church and Old St Pauls in Thorndon
Walk to Oriental Parade and sit on top of the Fishermans table restaurant with a gourmet ice-cream from Cafe Eis or Cornetto
Peruse the boutique fashion stores and art galleries
Friday night go check out the Left Bank Market down Cuba Street- yum yum yum!
BOOM - Sorrrted now aint ya! xx
2014 Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, an international event for Classics, café racers, bobbers, trackers, customs, modern classics, classic scooters & undefinable 2/3 wheeled machines.
With 258 rides across 57 countries the aim is to raise money to find a cure for Prostate Cancer. Last year was super fun for a super cause, and although Saturday was smaller due to the ride being postponed the week prior; it was big on charm and enjoyment!
This year the target was to raise $1,000,000 - so far it's exceeded that and is at $1,471,814!
Photography by Anna Jamieson
Mischief in all forms & ages hehe!
Who let this bearded man loose, God only knows! ^+^
Yours truly ^-*
Dapper Gentlemen!
Today's little adventure saw me take the Triumph for a hoon over to Eastborne and for a hike to Butterfly Creek for lunch. Was a stunning windy Spring Welly day, with butterflies and birds a plenty; nestled away from the gusts in the bush was the perfect escape ^+^
Looking from Muritai/ Eastborne back to Wellington
Recently I was encouraged to try Xtend Barre Pilates- a mix of Pilates, dance and resistance training and I am HOOKED! It's athletic, fun and seriously challenging!!
I have a pre existing back injury from fracturing vertebrae and my tailbone and initially began practising yoga & Pilates to manage this. Yoga became so much more than just the activity for me, but I hadn't quite gelled with Pilates... until I found Xtend. There are locations around the world- but I gotta say, the ladies and gentleman at the Wellington studio are fannnntastic!
I was sparking tonight after having the pleasure to see Spoek Mathambo's Future Sound of Mzansi; a documentary film addressing the changing cultural landscape of South Africa through its electronic-music scene.
Directors Lebogang Rasethaba and rapper Spoek Mathambo travelled around South Africa to explore and capture the rich electronic music scene and the strong movement of producers, instrumentalists, vocalists and party goers.
Seriously inspirational stuff!
DOPE and most definitely worth having a geez!
Not long now until my Indiegogo project launches Amigos!... But in the mean time- just to get you prepared South Park gives us a lesson on crowd-funding...
& just cos aint this the truth!! LOL... (Eddie Izzard for President please)...
Wellington's highest point was the lunch stop for today. Perfect spot for plotting future plans, spring cleansing and getting the hair blown back and the worries away.
After only taking 32mins up, I decided to keep goin further into Makara.
Soo next?.....Tararuas?
The bronze sundial at the summit is pretty cool- it gives your directions and distances to nearby landmarks.
Left to the South Island and right, back to Mt Kaukau ^=^
...and back over Wellington City
I have some seeeeerious art crush going down! Check this out!....
Hany Armanious (born 1962) is an Australian artist who lives and works in Sydney, Australia. Armanious produces installations and sculptural forms, as well as paintings and drawings.
Armanious was born in Egypt in 1962. In 1993, his work was chosen for the Aperto section of the Venice Biennale, and, in 1995, he participated in the Johannesburg Biennale. In 1998, he was awarded the Moet and Chandon Australian Art Fellowship. His exhibition Morphic Resonance was at City Gallery in 2007. Armanious' showThe Golden Thread was Australia’s contribution to the 2011 Venice Biennale. Selflok is in the collection of New Plymouth's Govett-Brewster Art Gallery.
In the 1990s, Sydney artist Hany Armanious had a eureka moment, discovering images of elves and dwarves in the swirling textures of cheap wallpaper. This experience inspired the creation of his installation, Selflok. In it, a rig of cauldrons, alembics, and beer steins rest on a makeshift platform of fake-wood polyester shelving, crowned with a pergola. Littered with bits-and-bobs, like a giant mantlepiece, Selflok is a whimsical evocation of a pre-industrial artisanal past. It has been described as Santa’s workshop, a hobbit foundry, an elven distillery, and a Middle Earth drug lab. Armanious looks behind the scenes, into the artist’s studio, or rather his fantasy of it. ‘It is almost as if we were witness to a primal scene in the life of the work’, wrote Australian art reviewer Eve Sullivan, at the time.
Selflok is largely made from hotmelt, an easily melted and shaped syntetic latex. Armanious first experimented with this material during a residency at the 18th Street Arts Complex in LA. He presentedSelflok in his first US solo exhibition at LA's UCLA Hammer Museumin 2001.
Currently showing at the City Gallery Wellington which also has the PHENOMINAL: William Kentridge; The Refusal of Time.
S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G ^o^
MT RUAPEHU | Turoa and Whakapapa Summits
I had the pleasure to be joined by my great friend Timon for the climb to the summit of Mount Ruapehu from the Turoa side. Two days later I decided to do a solo summit mission from Whakapapa to make the box set.
On the back of a year of personal achievements and some heavy milestones these accomplishments made me one fizzy ball of furr... not to mention the spectacular rides down!
Anyone keen for Mt Kaukau this Sunday... ?!
TUROA
On the way to summit #1, Turoa
Mt Moxie
Timon and Moxie
SUMMIT! MT RUAPEHU from Turoa, looking over the crater lake
..hehe this is a spoof- there was a lovely gentleman who lent me his ice axes to take this pic lol
WHAKAPAPA
Start of #2; top of Knoll Ridge T Bar at Whakapapa
Morning Tea stop. Looking back down to Knoll Ridge T Bar. There is nothing quite like chillin out alone above the clouds ^-^
SUMMIT 2! Looking over to Turoa summit on the left
Looking North
Next stop.......
“People who lack the clarity, courage, or determination to follow their own dreams will often find ways to discourage yours. Live your truth and don’t EVER stop!”
Maya Ubud
In August I wanted to travel somewhere completely different from my normal winter snow missions, and where I could explore opportunities and new techniques for my art. For the merging of spirit, mind and body it's a wondrous place in the world. It has a fizz much different than what I expected and in some ways it is as sad a place as it is happy.
I meditated, met with local craftsmen and women, yogied, hiked, biked, and absorbed different music, art and culture. A country and people of so much love, colour and openness it was truly exceptional to have this opportunity, but it is also an area consumed with commerce, tourist jaunts and an infrastructure which is nowhere close to coping with the changes being inflicted upon it. Attending a traditional cremation ceremony and local orphanage was mind and heart opening and being able to wander and talk with locals gave me an insight and deeper perspective below the presented exterior.
In Ubud I closed chapters and made space for dreams to become reality. I forgave the past, came to terms with the present and learned a few more life lessons in the process.
As my yogi informed me "You can lie to your friends; your family but you cannot lie to yourself"; when you know you have to change some things only you can get that ball rolling.
This little leopard feels like tweaking a few spots... ^-^
Elephant Cave - 11th Century. The entrence is said to be the mouth of a demon.
The amazing yoga and meditation pavilion
Cremation Ceremony decorations
Barong Dance
Life and the journey it is is full of bumps, lumps, knots and tangles. Some self made, some given to us. In my opinion, un-knotting these conundrums is the merit of self identity.
Here is the first look at a white on white embossed triptych I have been working on.
As a group it is called 'Departmentalise'
'Departmentalise'
'Twisted Sista'
'Traction'
'Intellitangle'
Emma Lodge and Olivia Lacey are the amazing ladies behind the stunning new Wellington lingerie label 'Now or Never'.
I was spoilt to be invited to view their collection of chic, elegant and refined pieces this morning...
Now or Never
Emma & Olivia
^=^
Came across this marvellous gentleman yesterday morning on the way to work. Was a sublime treat to the start of the day! My apologies the photos and video don't do the colours in the bubbles justice... I go a bit jiggly on things like this- looooove it!
Wellington City Gallery- Seung Yul Oh: MOAMOA, A Decade
One COOL artist and one seriously COOOOOL exhibition!
Check THIS little dude out!
I've been beavering away on a few things and thought I would share some tid-bits of works in progress...
'Thank You' - wax maquette for bronze
'Thank You' encompasses concepts of opposition; push/ pull, life paths, choices, action and reaction, fluidity and etiquette. Its conception and creation has paralleled a significant period of growth, change and reflection. Initial inspiration came from Chinese finger traps- although in my version there are helping hands protruding from the ends rather than trapping.
Moxham printed and embossed 'Thank you' cards for life and the upcoming indiegogo crowd funding proposal.
